Alisma plantago-aquatica
Alisma plantago-aquatica
Alisma plantago-aquatica, commonly known as water plantain, is a traditional medicinal plant used in East Asian herbal medicine. It has been employed for various conditions but specific traditional uses are not well-documented. Scientific research has identified five compounds from this plant, including one that was newly discovered. Studies suggest potential benefits such as improved glucose and lipid metabolism-related indicators in rodent models; however, further well-designed human studies are necessary to confirm these findings. The plant is predicted to expand its suitable habitats under future climate scenarios due to changes in key environmental factors like precipitation, altitude, and temperature. Arabinogalactans from Alisma plantago-aquatica have shown protective effects against acetaminophen-induced liver injury by enhancing antioxidant capacity and modulating gut microbiota. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions are currently known for this plant.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Five compounds from Alisma plantago-aquatica were identified, including a new one, but no significant health effects were reported.
- The study suggests that Alismatis Rhizoma extracts can improve glucose and lipid metabolism-related indicators in rodent models, but further well-designed studies are needed.
- The study predicts expanded suitable habitats for Alisma plantago-aquatica under future climate scenarios, with key environmental factors including precipitation, altitude, and temperature.
- The study identified arabinogalactans from Alisma plantago-aquatica that protected against acetaminophen-induced liver injury by enhancing antioxidant capacity and modulating gut microbiota.
Frequently asked questions
What is Alisma plantago-aquatica?
Alisma plantago-aquatica (Alisma plantago-aquatica) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Alisma plantago-aquatica?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Alisma plantago-aquatica; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Five compounds from Alisma plantago-aquatica were identified, including a new one, but no significant health effects were reported.
How strong is the evidence for Alisma plantago-aquatica?
The strongest finding for Alisma plantago-aquatica carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Alisma plantago-aquatica safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Alisma plantago-aquatica in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Alisma plantago-aquatica interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Alisma plantago-aquatica in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Alisma plantago-aquatica?
Alisma plantago-aquatica is also known as: частуха обыкновенная.
Is Alisma plantago-aquatica a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Effects and potential mechanisms of Alismatis Rhizoma extracts on glucose and lipid metabolism: A systematic review and meta-analysis of rodent studies. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Structural elucidation of active arabinogalactans from Alisma plantago-aquatica and its protection against acetaminophen-induced acute liver injury. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Prediction of suitable distribution areas for Alismatis Rhizoma based on the MaxEnt model and study on quality-environment correlation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Protostane triterpenes from the rhizome of Alisma plantago-aquatica. literature abstract metadata